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SHADOW TRACKER JR., J2, PRO AND PERFORMER
Connecting a Tracking Unit to the Computer
There are 3 scenarios that require the Tracking Unit to be connected to the computer;
• Validating a Tracking Unit to the Shadow Tracker Professional software
• Downloading GPS data for processing
• Adjusting a Tracking Unit’s GPS collection rate
In order for the Tracking Unit to communicate with the Shadow Tracker Professional program on
your computer, it must be connected to a power supply. Whenever the Unit is connected to the
computer, it is to be powered using the AC Power Adapter supplied with the Unit. Do not use an
AC Power Adapter other than the one supplied by ATTI.
To connect a tracking unit to the computer:
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1 Plug the AC Power Adapter into a standard 120 Volt AC wall outlet.
2 Connect the other end into the power connection labeled
, located on the side of
the Tracking Unit. The status LED on the front of the Unit will turn RED.
3 Connect the Download/Validation Cable to a standard 9-pin serial COM Port connection
on the computer. Then connect the other end into the connection labeled “
DATA” ,
located on the side of the Tracking Unit.
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Connect the Download/Validation Cable to a USB Port connection on the computer. Then
connect the other end into the connection labeled “
USB”, located on the side of the Tracking
Unit.
N
OTE: Do not connect any other cable or device to the DATA connector on the Tracking Unit or
damage will result. If you cannot locate a Serial COM or USB Port connection on your computer
you should consult your computer retailer or manufacturer for assistance.